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We want your feedback!


We are in the process of gathering feedback about the implementation of our Strategic Plan, Grading Policies, and the use of Major Time.  We invite you to share your feedback here to help us as we prepare for the 22-23 school year.


Major Pride!


Our Theater Department is racking up the awards for Matilda.


Jess Shaw, our Theatre Teacher has been offered the chance to present on theatre curriculum at the 2022 Educational Theatre Association National Conference in Los Angeles, CA.  She’ll be presenting a workshop that explores developing student-centered project-based curriculum entitled "Creative Chaos: Student Voice and Choice in the Theatre Classroom".

The following students have been nominated for the following Cappies Awards: 

Props: Ervin Arquiza, Eva Cate Greek, Jaden Harris, Aubrey Kocen, & Crew

Female Vocalist: Yara Ammar

Yara Ammar has also been selected as a Brandon Victor Dixon Award finalist for Best Actress!


Congratulations to all our pyramid schools on an amazing Mount Vernon Pyramid Art Show!


Art Show 1
Art Show 2
Art Show 3

Congratulations to Mr. Rodriguez and the MVHS Orchestra!


They are hard at work preparing a commissioned piece Free Fall by Selena Ryan and are excited about giving the WORLD PREMIER on May 25th at our Spring Concert. Tickets to the concert are free, the event is open to the public. In addition to the concert, our students have also prepared an interactive “Free Fall” art collaboration headed up by Miss Gilliam and the IB Art courses. 

Check out our feature from News Channel 4:  https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/virginia-high-school-orchestra-to-perform-composition-written-just-for-them/3051187/


Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander and Jewish Heritage Month


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Please mark your calendars with the important dates below.

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End of the Year Testing Dates


The end of the year is quickly approaching,  IB/AP and SOL testing is here.

IB/AP TESTING – IB/AP tests will continue to be administered until May 20th. Tests are scheduled to start at either 8:10am or 11:50am.  

SOL TESTING – SOL tests will be administered between May 10th and May 19th. Students have been emailed individualized test schedules (which includes testing dates, locations and times) to their @fcpsschools.net Gmail accounts. 

The complete testing calendar and schedules are posted on the school website and linked here

Adjusted Bell Schedule- On May 17th, 18th and 19th the bell schedule and lunch  will be adjusted for all students.  Students will only attend two classes.    

  • Tuesday, May 17 – 1st and 5th period only
  • Wednesday, May 18 – 4th and 2nd period only 
  • Thursday, May 19 – 8th and 7th period only 
Testing bell Schedule

Students will stay in their first Block until 10:40am.  They will then transition to their second block. Lunch will occur during that second block. There is a new lunch schedule for these testing days.  Students will find out what lunch they have from their teacher. 

Academy Students - Our adjusted bell schedule has been shared with our Academy Teachers.  Parents can excuse a student from Academy classes for SOL testing by contacting the Academy.  

  • Hayfield Cosmetology students and their parents/guardians may email their teacher directly Mrs. Janet Scheid jlscheid@fcps.edu .
  • West Potomac’s bell schedule will remain unchanged, parents or guardians may call the attendance line 703-718-2750 or fill out the online attendance form: https://westpotomacacademy.fcps.edu/attendance-form
  • Edison Academy students should email their Academy teacher to inform them they are remaining at their base school due to an altered schedule/SOL. 

A parent/guardian must also report their child’s absence via phone, email or electronic form.  Parents can call Edison’s attendance line at 703-924-8137 to report the absence, fill out the online attendance form at this link; https://edisonacademy.f  or send an email to edisonacademy.attendance@fcps.edu.


Register for Dr. Reid’s Virtual Town Hall (May 17)


On Tuesday, May 17, incoming superintendent Michelle Reid, Ed.D. will join staff, families, and students for a multilingual virtual town hall, from 7 to 8 p.m. Register online.

Dr. Reid will be hosting additional engagement sessions throughout the county after her official start date on July 1. Stay informed about community engagement opportunities by visiting our website.


Trust Policy


The School Board voted to adopt the Trust Policy on April 28. The policy confirms the Board’s commitment to providing a safe and welcoming space for all students and their families by aligning FCPS with Fairfax County’s Public Trust and Confidentiality Policy. This alignment ensures that FCPS students and families can access the school division’s benefits and services without fear that information will be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to federal immigration officials.


Spring Health and Safety


FCPS has seen a recent increase in COVID-19 cases and outbreaks and we understand families and staff have concerns and questions. Our commitment is to provide students with the education and support to help them succeed while maintaining a safe environment for in-person learning. Our layered prevention strategies have served us well throughout this school year, and are fully supported by the U.S. Department of Education and Northern Virginia Health Departments. 

Vaccinations are available for school-age children five and up and are proven to reduce the severity of illness. Everyone is encouraged to get vaccinated or boosted.

Currently, masks are optional for all students, staff, and visitors. We encourage families and staff to consider wearing a mask when reports of COVID cases are high or if they or a family member is at high risk. CDC advises individuals to wear a mask when there is a lot of COVID in your community. See a full list of masking recommendations on the CDC website.

If Fairfax County transitions to high community level, FCPS will require all students, staff, and visitors to wear a face covering when indoors (except while actively eating/drinking) on school property (to include the buildings, school buses and other school provided vehicles). 

In alignment with the Code of Virginia, the parent/legal guardian of any child enrolled in an FCPS school may elect for such child to not wear a face covering while on school property (to include FCPS buildings). No reason or documentation will be necessary to elect for your child to not wear a mask.

One of the most important things we can all do is check for mild, cold-like symptoms each day, such as fever, runny nose, cough, or shortness of breath. Parents and guardians are advised to keep their students home if sick and get them tested to stop further spread from occurring. Employees are also advised to stay home and get tested when feeling sick.

The most up to date information is available on the Health and Safety Guidance Document webpage. If you have questions or concerns unique to your child’s situation, please contact your school.  Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our schools safe and healthy so all our students have the opportunity for engaging in-person learning.


College and Career Center News

College and career Spanish 5-15-22


College and Career Center Schoology Course

Course code: GP9G27S276SST


COLLEGE and CAREER PLANNING


Seniors continuing applications to college and university

Click this link to see who is still in USA and International accepting applications.


Future Force, June 4 and June 11th 

A two-day workshop series for local junior and senior high school students interested in careers in technology; One student will be selected to win a scholarship valued at $5000

To apply: click this link

 

Girls Fire and Rescue AcademyJune 21-24

Click Here for Application: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/fire-ems - Applications are due on May 20th for this program that runs June 21-24th

 

Academic Success Week - Your Guide to Finals and Preventing Summer Slide

From May 15th to May 19th, The Princeton Review is hosting a series of online events, curated for 9th to 12th grade students, will include presentations as well as a new program called “The Digital SAT: What You Need to Know.” included is flyer here with clickable links to register for each event.

 

NOVA English Language (ESL) Placement and Registration Tuesday, May 10 at 9am or 4 pm for Summer & Fall Classes Where: Woodbridge campus, Bring a photo ID with you.  Please, children are not permitted.  Questions? Please email esl@nvcc.eduFLYER HERE


FINANCIAL AID and SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT


View all scholarship detail and enrichment here: www.fcps.edu/naviance  

And scholarships are shared on College and Career Center Schoology Course             

Course code: GP9G27S276SST


JUNIORS WHO WANT TO PRACTICE FOR SAT   CLICK HERE

  • PLEASE begin using the Opportunity Scholarship to help Practice for the SAT

WEEKLY SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOPEVERY MONDAY 3pm-4:30pm

Seniors – come visit the college and career center Mondays after school from now until June.  Students will give and receive help finding and applying to various scholarships.   Working session, not a presentation.  Bring laptops! 


SHARED SCHOLARSHIPS (Click on scholarship, and encourage your senior to apply)

(No website, apply on Naviance)


*For any questions, please email Ms. Orr, College and Career Specialist, kmorr@fcps.edu *


Looking for Community Service Hours?


Please see attached flyer for more information on available community service hours. 

UC Flyer.pdf